Breakaway in Baseball Sparks League Clash and Board Debate
The piece analyzes the rift in the American Association and the National League over authority and trustee actions. It argues Thurman should not be a partisan on the Board, defends Pittsb urgh's stance, and credits ONeill Hanlon and club directors for steady leadership amid upheaval. It notes Cincinnati prospects and the push for a Cincinnati club while predicting impacts on players and schedules. It also mentions La Blanche and Mitchell in a side note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thurman
Comte
Bierbauer
Messrs
Thorman
Rogers
Krauthoff
Cincinnati
Prince
Washington
Louisville
Chicago
Brooklyn
New York
Boston
Pittsburg
Association
Board of Control
American Association
Nations League
Kinclab
Hanlon
O'Neal
Rmeelves
Mesers
O'Neill
Hespura
la Blanche
Young Mitchell
la Blinche
Johnny Berger
Pugilism Opinions On Mitchell Fitzsimmons And Middleweight Class
The writer analyzes recent fights between La Blanche and Mitchell, arguing Mitchell would outgeneral the Marine if at his best. He notes La Blanche was faded, middleweights have overweighted, and predicts more boxers drop to middleweight. Discussion includes Fitzsimmons plans to go to England and broader calls for rules forcing title challengers to fight within six months and to abolish high stake requirements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avon
American Association
Enormo
Mitchell
la Blanche
Ike
la Bianche
Dempsey
Themeeves
Publista
Smith
Denver
Pugi
Fitssimmons Mane
England
Fita
Thor
Burke-Pritchard
Pugilist
Atlantic
Hall
Fitzsimmons
Henge Shootager
American English Pronunciation Chaos From 100 Americans
Newcastle Chronicle surveys 100 cultured Americans asked by Ernest Whitney to pronounce 150 words. Results show wide orthoepy variation with prominent shifts between American and English pronunciations including vowel choices and syllable accents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Whitney
February calendar oddity tied to Sunday start
In this year only four calendar rows fit Februarys non leap year when February 1 is a Sunday. The phenomenon cannot occur in leap years and hinges on the day February begins.
Emperor William's Ambition and Early Italian Politics
The piece surveys European affairs with Di Rudini as head of the new Italian ministry and Nicotera as a prominent Republican figure. It contrasts German politics with Wilhelm II's youth and cites early military leaders to discuss age and leadership, noting widespread scrutiny of the Kaiser's field ambitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
di Rudini
Tilian
Special curtain sale at J H Kunkel & Bro
Century scale discounts erupt in this week sale at J H Kunkel & Bro 1347 1349 Penn Avenue two squares east of Union Depot as prices on lace curtains and carpets drop to 1831 45¢ heavy carpet 50 curtains for 237 437 lace curtains 150 250 courtine and brass mounted curtain rods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Kunkel & Bro
Penn Ayence
Union Depot
You Can Save Time When Hunting for a House
The Dispatch advertises reliable rent lists appearing every Monday and Thursday to help readers find housing quickly and avoid trouble in the search.
Good Tenants Secure Through Iron City Brewing Ads
Advertisers urge readers to secure good tenants by listing houses and rooms in the Dispatch with Mondays and Thursdays highlighted as rent list days. The copy promotes pleasant results from using ales and beers of the Iron City Brewing Co and notes that all dealers carry them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dispatch
Iron City Brewing Co
Household goods packed for shipment ad in The Dispatch
A small classified notice describes household goods packed for shipment from Havent and Brewan located at 33 Water Street. It invites send in Your To Let advertisements for Mondays and Thursdays and mentions the special rent list days in The Dispatch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havent & Brewan
Water Street
Inter-State Building and Loan March stock open
Building and Loan Association announces March series stock open with dividends over 18 percent last year. Dues 60 cents monthly for eight year class, $120 for five year. Office 606 Tenn building. Special carpet and curtain sale highlighted at J. H. Kunkle & Bro. 1547-49 Poon Arenas Pittsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tenn Building
J. H. Kunkle & Bro
Poon Arenas
Pittsburg
Kaiser Wilhelm's potential for military distinction discussed
The article notes historical milestones of Frederick the Great and Napoleon at young ages and argues Kaiser Wilhelm may similarly attain high military distinction if he possesses the ability. It highlights rapid advancements in early leadership and raises a conditional judgment on Wilhelm's future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick the Great
Lundy
Napoleon
Italy
Kaiser Wilhelm
Spain's Baby King and Sparrow Laws Stir Concern Across Nations
The piece contrasts the oblivious Spain's Baby King Alfonso XIII with ominous European upheavals while noting a new interest in sparrow control as urban flocks surge. It observes how swiftly English sparrows multiplied, prompting curiosity and calls for potential remedies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Alonso XIII
Alfonso
Sparrows and notable figures from a tangled 19th century piece
The excerpt discusses sparrow introductions to curb canker worms across several states and cities, then shifts to Sir Edwin Arnold's career and works. It touches on Napoleonic era rights for Hebrews in France, Talleyrand's memoirs, and a controversial Duke of Bedford will involving destruction of personal effects and horses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklron Institute
Bresaead Cemetery
William Rhodes
Maine
Enode Island
New York
Connecticut
Galveston
Tex
Boston
Charlestown
Mass
Philadelphia
Cleveland
San Francisco
Cal
Salt Lake City
Halifax
Nova Scotia
Ohio
Wisconsin
Michigan
Edwin Arnold
Tennyson
Asia
Jesus Christ
Sir Edwin
Russia
Napoleon
Bonparte
France
Russias
Napoleon I
Talleyrand
Duke of Bedford
Nero
London
Aoso
Valhalla
Bedford
Russian Merchants Expand Real Estate influence in Tokio
The article notes Russian merchants establishing large factories and stores in Tokio and other cities as Russia seeks advantageous positions abroad. It also mentions suppression of Mennonites in Russia, barring ownership of mills factories inns or gathering places, claimed to spread heretical doctrines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokio
Russia
Ancient coin in slot holy water device described
An article discusses an ancient coin in the slot mechanism used for dispensing holy water. Attributing inventions to Ctesibius and Hero of Alexandria, it explains a temple device where coins of five drachmas activated a lever to lift a stopper and release water, then stop when the coin drops away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Ctesibias
Hero of Alexandria
Hero
Commandine
Urbino
Egypt
Macdonald Eyes Tariff Pact With Britain and Australia
A personal friend states Sir John Macdonald intends, if re-elected, to approach Great Britain and Australia with the aim of forming a mutual tariff alliance against the rest of the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
John Macdonald
Great Britain
Australis
New Ladies Suit Department Draws Quick Patronage
The Ladies' Suit Department, a fresh addition, attracts strong patronage with stylish goods, extensive assortment, and favorable prices. The store guarantees satisfaction and invites customers to experience the new division.
New Spring Wrappers and Ladies Garments Sale
Our line of New Spring Wrappers ranges from 98 cents up and offers a wide choice. Ladies and Misses jackets and blazers appear in great variety with the latest patterns. A selection of Berfers for Ladies and Misses is also shown. All have been marked very low. Come and see them.
Dame Fashion Sets Season Waistline Trend In Mull to Sateen
The store offers Mull Percale Sateen in black, figured and striped fabrics at prices from five to twenty five dollars. Dame Fashion declares waists will be worn largely this season. shoppers are urged to view the complete assortment for satisfaction.
Attractive 50 Cent Corset Offer Promises Quick Ads
This week features a new Lateen Corset at 50 cents offering fit and quality equal to higher priced corsets. Everyone who buys keeps 50 cents in their pocket and acts as free advertisement. Special White Goods Aprons Embroidery and Laces offered at popular prices.
Also Mentioned on This Page
American Baseball Association
Pyramid
Weday
Wrens
Kelly
Irwin
League
Wreockers
P. L
Gouiness
Mack
Bierbour
Pittebure
Pittshure
Biervaor
Pitts
Wagner
Heerbauer
Jom
Weener
Shawe
Keerbauer
Nntionts
Stowey
Bierhauer
Fnally
Pinssburg
Carelesness
Claubie Cinnemnati
Is Citat
Milwaukee
al Jobson
Wreckers
Ims
al Johnson
Ouy
Sn Ateoration Cighin Cintingan
Leanne
A.W. Thurman
Mr. Thurman
Persens
National League
John Ball
Newcastle
Chronicle
Premier Rudini
Emperor William
Kaiser Willhelm
Count Waldersee
von Moltke
Wilhelm
Alexander the Great
JuliusCest
Mitylene
Hannibal
Charlemagne
Germany
Peter the Great
Embach
St. Petersburg
Snake River
Robert Ray Hamilton
E. G. Walton
Wilmington
Del
Reed
Building and Loan Association
Sir Edwin Arnold
Napoleon and the
Japan
Coin-In
Macdonald and the Zolverein
Martin Cillet
Baltimore
Ais Fea
THE
Ats
Market Street
Penn Avenue
Garrison Alley
Allegheny
Keech’s
J. van Dyck
J. van Drex
Avenue
Pittsburgh
KEECH
Cash and Credit House
Pennsylvania
Ninth Street
Col. Garrison
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